Adventure in Sian Ka'an

The coastal ecosystems of the Caribbean Sea

Country

Mexique

Duration

Entre 1/2 et une journée complète

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À vivre

In the Mayan language, Sian Ka'an means “where the sky is born”, and indeed, time spent in this reserve feels like a gift from above. With its vast expanse of wetlands, a vegetated coastal sand dune, and a location between the Caribbean Sea and a network of lagoons, bays, mangroves and part of the Mesoamerican Reef, this protected area — one of the richest in Mexico — is a feast for the senses. A reserve of great biodiversity, Sian Ka'an is a protected World Heritage site where local fishermen will take you by boat through a remarkable aquatic landscape, in the hope of spotting some of the local wildlife's rich diversity. With a bit of luck, you may observe dolphins, sea turtles, crocodiles, a rich variety of birds, and even elusive manatees.

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After spending the summer feeding in Alaska, the gray whale begins its remarkable migration south at the start of winter, heading for the warm waters of Baja California. They travel for 2 to 3 months to breed and give birth. Most gray whales gather in three main bays along the west coast: Laguna Ojo de Liebre, Laguna San Ignacio and Bahía Magdalena. On the Sea of Cortez side, Loreto Bay ...

Grey Whales at Puerto Adolfo López Mateos

An otherworldly atmosphere

It is at daybreak that the lagoon of Puerto Adolfo Lopez Mateos reveals its finest assets to day visitors. As the sun begins to set the dunes ablaze with its warm light, ghostly reflections multiply across the still-empty waters. Although, not quite empty... A few whales are already crossing the lagoon. Most often with calves who, at this early hour, enjoy a hearty breakfast. With a ...

Sian Ka’an Muyil

Float in crystal-clear waters

The Maya archaeological site of Muyil, located in the northern part of the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, served in ancient Maya times as a trading point between the Caribbean Sea and the mainland. Muyil is an ideal spot to take in spectacular views of lagoons and jungle, with striking Maya temples such as “El Castillo”, which stands 17 metres tall. We will learn about the goals of the ...

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